In the fast-paced world of Twenty20 (T20) cricket, bowlers play a pivotal role in shaping the outcome of matches. With limited overs and high-scoring contests, taking wickets becomes crucial to halt the opposition’s momentum and turn the game in favour of the bowling side.
Over the years, we have witnessed some exceptional bowlers who have achieved remarkable feats by reaching the 100-wicket milestone in the shortest format of the game in record time. In this article, we will explore the fastest bowlers to reach 100 wickets in T20 international cricket.
Fastest Bowlers to 100 Wickets in T20I Cricket
| Player | Team | Matches to 100 Wickets | Time Taken |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rashid Khan | Afghanistan | 53 | 6y 3d |
| Sandeep Lamichhane | Nepal | 54 | 6y 16d |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | Sri Lanka | 63 | 4y 171d |
| Arshdeep Singh | India | 64 | 3y 74d |
| Rizwan Butt | Bahrain | 66 | 2y 240d |
| Haris Rauf | Pakistan | 71 | 4y 139d |
| Ehsan Khan | Hong Kong | 71 | 7y 356d |
| Mark Adair | Ireland | 72 | 4y 148d |
| Bilal Khan | Oman | 72 | 8y 146d |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | Pakistan | 74 | 6y 251d |
| Junaid Siddique | UAE | 74 | 5y 321d |
| Lasith Malinga | Sri Lanka | 76 | 13y 83d |
| Ish Sodhi | New Zealand | 78 | 8y 96d |
| Karan KC | Nepal | 80 | 9y 352d |
| Mustafizur Rahman | Bangladesh | 81 | 7y 324d |
| Henry Ssenyondo | Uganda | 82 | 5y 199d |
| Adam Zampa | Australia | 83 | 8y 99d |
| Shakib Al Hasan | Bangladesh | 84 | 14y 254d |
| Tim Southee (NZ) | New Zealand | 84 | 13y 263d |
| Shem Ngoche | Kenya | 85 | 14y 149d |
| Shadab Khan | Pakistan | 87 | 6y 1d |
| Mitchell Santner | New Zealand | 90 | 8y 74d |
| Chris Jordan | England | 92 | 10y 127d |
| Adil Rashid | England | 100 | 14y 190d |
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Rashid took just 6 years and 3 days to reach the milestone, marking his incredible impact on the T20 format. His unique variations, deadly googlies, and accurate bowling have made him a formidable force in the world of T20 cricket.
Lasith Malinga accomplished this milestone in 13 years and 83 days, showcasing his longevity and consistency as one of the best T20 bowlers of all time. His toe-crushing yorkers and clingy action have made him a T20 icon. He has been a vital cog in the Sri Lankan team for many years and has also been a prominent figure in various T20 leagues.
Haris Rauf of Pakistan tops it when it comes to time taken (in terms of days from debut) to reach the milestone.
The fastest New Zealander to achive the landmark of 100 T20I wickets, Ish Sodhi, the leg-spinner, chieved the milestone during a match against Bangladesh in Christchurch on October 9, 2022. Sodhi’s impressive journey to 100 wickets took 8 years and 96 days, demonstrating his effectiveness in the shortest format of the game. His ability to bowl in the middle overs and break partnerships has made him a valuable asset for New Zealand in the T20 format.
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